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Can I Get My Benefits Early?

I worked for more than 20 years, can i get my social security early before my 60 years of age?

Hi,

No, not unless you become disabled and qualify for Social Security disability benefits (https://www.ssa.gov/disabilityssi/). Otherwise, you must be at least age 62 to receive benefits based on your own work record.

Best, Jerry

Posted: 
Oct 26 2016 - 2:45pm
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